1957 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 47 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1081 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3490 mm |
