1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
