1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 122 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1302 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
