1951 Austin Princess vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 58 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, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 330 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
