1957 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Princess | 996 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |