1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 49 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 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 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
