1964 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Princess | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
