1951 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 793 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
