1964 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 94 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 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Princess | Ram |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3030 mm |
