1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 39 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Xedos |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 9 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
