1962 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 428 kg more than 1962 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1962 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
