1954 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 432 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Because 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 2011 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1954 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Princess | CC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
