1962 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 51 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 607 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Princess | Z |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |