1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1966 Ferrari Dino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Dino |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
