1952 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 56 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess. 2008 Dodge Durango 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. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Durango |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 102 L |
