1963 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 40 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Princess | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
