1962 Austin Princess vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 760 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Princess | 993 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2280 mm |
