1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 549 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | E500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
