1957 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 2007 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |