1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 307 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 100 | 3000 Mk II |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 27 L |
