1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
