1963 Austin Princess vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 45 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, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess.
Because 2008 BMW 328 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, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | 328 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 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 Length | 5470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
