1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 35 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin Vantage.
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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Vantage | Princess |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2180 kg |
