1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
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1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lotus |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Seven |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 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 | 1180 kg | 420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |