1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 8 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
