1964 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 42 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2006 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Princess | BLS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
