2009 Audi S5 vs. 1964 Austin Princess
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 45 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Audi S5.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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, 2009 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 1964 Austin Princess | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | S5 | Princess |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
