1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 55 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, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 BMW 325 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 325 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3001 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
