1951 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 62 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Princess | GLK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2755 mm |