1956 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 56 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Princess | Panamera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4806 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2920 mm |