1963 Austin Princess vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 44 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 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Princess | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 571 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
