1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1993 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Viper is newer by 34 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 7,985 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 447 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1993 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
Model | 3000 | Viper |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 7985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |