1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 481 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 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 Lincoln Navigator, 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | Princess | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
