1958 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Princess | S4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2809 mm |