1952 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 54 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 846 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Austin | Morgan |
Model | Princess | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |