2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1952 Austin Princess
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 55 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 345 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 1952 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DB9 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3360 mm |
