1961 Austin Princess vs. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 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 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1961 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2900 mm |
