1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 215 kg more than 1966 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Plymouth |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Cambridge |
Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |