1952 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Princess | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
