1957 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 48 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Princess | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |