1964 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 39 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 882 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 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. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | V Sixteen |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 13600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 1001 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 1356 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3560 mm |
