1954 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 56 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 735 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Because 1954 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Austin | Brilliance |
| Model | Princess | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2800 mm |
