1964 Austin Princess vs. 2009 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 45 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 255 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.

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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2009 GMC Envoy 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. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin Princess 2009 GMC Envoy
Make Austin GMC
Model Princess Envoy
Year Released 1964 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 5328 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 435 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 2435 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


 

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