1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 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 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
