1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 48 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | 599 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |
