1964 Austin Princess vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 30 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Audi V8.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 1994 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Princess | V8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
