1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 393 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
