1952 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS.
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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2003 Lincoln LS 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. 2003 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | Princess | LS |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2910 mm |