1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 85 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 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 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 308 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
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 | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |