1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Dino |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 57 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
