1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 118 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger 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 | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
