1956 Austin Princess vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 789 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 320 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |