1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 736 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
