1964 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 43 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2007 Saab 9-7X 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. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | Princess | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5326 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
