1963 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 43 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Because 1963 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | Princess | 607 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
