1964 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1964 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 167 L |
