1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2002 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1145 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, 2002 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econoline 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 | 2002 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
