1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 155 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
