1952 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 47 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Alpina B3.
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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Austin | Alpina |
Model | Princess | B3 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |