1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is newer by 6 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 291 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 3000 Mk III | El Camino |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |