1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1964 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown 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 48 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown 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 | 1964 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Crown |
Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |