1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 42 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 Mk III | E-150 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |