1964 Austin Princess vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1964 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
