1964 Austin Princess vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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 Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2009 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 129 L |
