1951 Austin Princess vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 330 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |