1961 Austin Princess vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 40 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, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 805 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | M |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 51 L |