1956 Austin Princess vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, 2008 Lexus SC is newer by 52 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 618 kg more than 2008 Lexus SC.
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, 2008 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2008 Lexus SC 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. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Princess | SC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2630 mm |
