1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
