1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
