1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 220 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 277 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |