1964 Austin Princess vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 629 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2011 GMC Yukon 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. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Princess | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 148 L |
