1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 44 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. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar 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 | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Interstar |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
