1951 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 61 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, 1951 Austin Princess (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1951 Austin Princess.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | T5 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |