1951 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 506 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Princess | LR3 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 288 Nm | 427 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 86 L |