1954 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Cadillac STS-V
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 53 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 2007 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1954 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2007 Cadillac STS-V | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | STS-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 595 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2960 mm |
