1963 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Lotus Evora

To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 48 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 798 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.

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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin Princess 2011 Lotus Evora
Make Austin Lotus
Model Princess Evora
Year Released 1963 2011
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3992 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1382 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 4341 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1222 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2576 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 59 L


 

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