1958 Austin Princess vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
