1957 Austin Princess vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series 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 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin Princess weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin Princess | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2659 mm |