1957 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1957 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Ram |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3560 mm |
