1956 Austin Princess vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 55 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1956 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2011 BMW X6 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. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | X6 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2934 mm |