1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 370 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 320 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |