1957 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 53 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Lincoln MKX.
Because 1957 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2010 Lincoln MKX 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. 2010 Lincoln MKX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | Princess | MKX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2824 mm |
