1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 10 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 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 100 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 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 | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 246 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
