1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1120 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 99 L |
