1952 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 57 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1952 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Princess | LR2 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |