1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1966 Jaguar E-Type 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 65 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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type 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 Jaguar E-Type | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
Model | 3000 Mk III | E-Type |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |