1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1962 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II and 1962 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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, 1962 Ford Capri (185 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm). This means 1962 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1962 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Capri |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
