1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 5 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 56 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record 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 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Record |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
