1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1085 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
