1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1970 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1970 Ginetta G15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1970 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ginetta |
| Model | 3000 | G15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
