1961 Austin Princess vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 50 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, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 810 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 116 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 51 L |