1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 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 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 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 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1000 mm |
