1956 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3030 mm |
