1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 48 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 844 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Audi |
Model | 3000 Mk III | A8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3122 mm |