1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 125 L |
