1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
