1957 Austin Princess vs. 1993 Bugatti EB 112
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,995 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (454 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 374 kg more than 1993 Bugatti EB 112.
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, 1993 Bugatti EB 112 (590 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 1993 Bugatti EB 112 | |
| Make | Austin | Bugatti |
| Model | Princess | EB 112 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3110 mm |
