1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Morgan Aeromax
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aeromax 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aeromax is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (329 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aeromax should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Morgan Aeromax (449 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aeromax 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 Morgan Aeromax | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morgan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Aeromax |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
