1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 1965 Porsche 912 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 188 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. 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 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | 912 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
