1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T 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 128 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 Steyr 650T. 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Steyr |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 650T |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
