1964 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2003 Cadillac XLR 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac XLR (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Cadillac XLR.
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 XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2003 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | XLR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
