1951 Austin Princess vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 56 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, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 328 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
