1954 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 51 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | FPV BF GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2840 mm |