1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 38 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 1 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 707 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
