1954 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 163 kg more than 1954 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | Princess | Ram |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3580 mm |