1964 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 48 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 263 kg more than 2012 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | Princess | M |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |