1954 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 230 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 6C | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 54 L |
