1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 BMW X5.
Because 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2006 BMW X5 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. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | X5 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 93 L |