1952 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 51 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 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 446 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | Princess | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |