1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1987 BMW 320
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 22 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, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 38 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 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 | 1987 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 320 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |