1964 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 985 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 804 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Austin | Zenvo |
Model | Princess | ST1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3055 mm |