1954 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
