1962 Austin Princess vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 49 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin Princess. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1962 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Princess | Taurus |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |