1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2002 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 335 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon 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 2002 Ford Falcon
Make Austin-Healey Ford
Model 3000 Mk III Falcon
Year Released 1963 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 99.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 59 L


 

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