1963 Austin Princess vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 42 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, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 330 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
