1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 BMW 120

To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 345 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.

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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120
Make Austin-Healey BMW
Model 3000 Mk III 120
Year Released 1965 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 146 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 195 km/hour 218 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 51 L


 

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