1951 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | CL |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
