1960 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | CL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |
