1952 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 55 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 840 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | A |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |
