1962 Austin Princess vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 46 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, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2008 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | M3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |