1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1963 Renault 8
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 8 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 99 more horse power than 1963 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 440 kg more than 1963 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1963 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
