1954 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 57 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, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
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, 2011 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Princess | GS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2850 mm |
