1964 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 46 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Because 2010 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX 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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2010 Acura ZDX 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. 2010 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | Princess | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
