1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 394 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Because 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
