1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1959 Opel P 1200
To start off, both 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 and 1959 Opel P 1200 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1959 Opel P 1200 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 3000 | P 1200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
