1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 45 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 660 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX 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 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Koenigsegg |
Model | 3000 Mk III | CCX |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |