1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
