1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 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 11 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 242 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Land Rover |
Model | 3000 Mk II | Freelander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |