1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II

To start off, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 1 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. Both 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III and 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II are equipped with a 2,912 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 22 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
Make Austin-Healey Austin-Healey
Model 3000 Mk III 3000 Mk II
Year Released 1963 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2912 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 83.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 88.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 181 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1158 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 27 L


 

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