1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 16 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 170 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC 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 | 1981 Bitter SC | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bitter |
Model | 3000 Mk III | SC |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |