1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 440 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |