1954 Austin Princess vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 59 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, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 415 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | X1 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2760 mm |
