1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 100 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jeep |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | MB |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
