1960 Austin Princess vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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, 1960 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1960 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 325 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |