1952 Austin Princess vs. 1957 Packard Carribean
To start off, 1957 Packard Carribean is newer by 5 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Carribean (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1957 Packard Carribean | |
| Make | Austin | Packard |
| Model | Princess | Carribean |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3240 mm |
