1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 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 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 215 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
Model | 3000 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |