1954 Austin Princess vs. 2002 BMW M3
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
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, 2002 BMW M3 (480 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2002 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | M3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
