1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 293 kg more than 1965 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
Model | 3000 Mk III | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |