1961 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 29 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 630 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |
