1961 Austin Princess vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 950 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Princess | Dino |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2350 mm |
