1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
Model | 3000 Mk III | T 350 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |