1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 29 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 9 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira. 1988 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | 3000 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
