1951 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (216 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
