1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (375 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (490 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 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 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.2 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 | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
