1964 Austin Princess vs. 2008 BMW 525

To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 44 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, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.

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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Austin Princess 2008 BMW 525
Make Austin BMW
Model Princess 525
Year Released 1964 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 5470 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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