1959 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Princess | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
