1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 46 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 415 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2009 Ferrari F430 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. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | 3000 Mk III | F430 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 311 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 Weight | 1180 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |