1957 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Princess | Touareg |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2860 mm |