1958 Austin Princess vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 34 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Princess | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2460 mm |