1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 17 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR 350i (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR 350i should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 17 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i.
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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i 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 | 1983 TVR 350i | |
Make | Austin-Healey | TVR |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 350i |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 246 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 | 1163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |