1951 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 560 kg more than 1951 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1951 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | Princess | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
