1951 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 59 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 458 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2010 Volkswagen CC, 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, 1951 Austin Princess (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | CC |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |