1964 Austin Princess vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
