1964 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 677 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 1964 Austin Princess is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Princess | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
