1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 498 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 Mk II | Ranger |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |