1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1951 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Princess | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
