1954 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 49 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
