1958 Austin Princess vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 47 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | X5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
