1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 42 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 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 536 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 Mk III | F-250 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 103 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 | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 144 L |