1963 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | Princess | Hunaudieres |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 8000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 615 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |