1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 320 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 6C | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
