1957 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 54 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, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin Princess | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Princess | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2992 mm |
