1957 Austin Princess vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 44 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | XJR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
