1964 Austin Princess vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 49 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2013 BMW X6 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess. 2013 BMW X6 M has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1964 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Princess | X6 M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
