1952 Austin Princess vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 311 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin Princess (118 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Princess | 311 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |
