1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 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. 1970 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 140 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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
