1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 11 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 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (420 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Countach |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |