1964 Austin Princess vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | Princess | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
