2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1952 Austin Princess
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 246 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1952 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB9 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 34 L |
