1952 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 53 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Continental.
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, 2005 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2005 Lincoln Continental 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. 2005 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2005 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Austin | Lincoln |
Model | Princess | Continental |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2780 mm |