1962 Austin Princess vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin Princess weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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, 1962 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin Princess | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Princess | 120 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |