1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 41 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 6 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 387 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 2000 Dodge Dakota 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 3000 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
