1959 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 54 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 708 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin Princess | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2874 mm |
