1958 Austin Princess vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Princess | 206 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2290 mm |
