1957 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | F-150 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3370 mm |