1954 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 54 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, 1954 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 949 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1954 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |