1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1713 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang 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 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |