1963 Austin Princess vs. 1963 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1963 Austin Princess and 1963 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lincoln Continental (284 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Austin Princess. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1963 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | Princess | Continental |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 7048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3210 mm |
