1964 Austin Princess vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 359 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | Princess | Yukon |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
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 | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |