1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1966 BMW 1600 is newer by 4 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 44 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 238 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 1600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |