1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 25 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, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 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 280 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | S2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
