1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2004 Mahindra Commander 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Because 2004 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra Commander. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2004 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mahindra |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Commander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
