1960 Austin Princess vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 745 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
