1952 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1952 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | T5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3010 mm |
