1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 50 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 582 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 3000 Mk III | S60 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |