1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 44 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 48 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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, 2007 Smart Brabus (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Smart Brabus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Smart |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Brabus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 999 cc |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |