1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1969 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1969 Triumph TR6 is newer by 4 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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph TR6 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 50 kg more than 1969 Triumph TR6.
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, 1969 Triumph TR6 (223 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph TR6 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 | 1969 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Triumph |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
