1952 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 50 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1952 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Princess | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |