1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Steyr |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 700C |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1950 mm |