1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 3000 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |