1962 Austin Princess vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess.
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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin Princess | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 525 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
