1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 32 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Marcos |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
