1956 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 664 kg more than 2005 Buick Century.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century, 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1956 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2005 Buick Century | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Princess | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2780 mm |
