1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 494 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon 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 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
