1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 37 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 195 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M 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 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
