1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 47 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1061 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |