1952 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Princess | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |
