1963 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Princess | 300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
