1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 20 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 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 540 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
Model | 3000 Mk III | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.6:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2880 mm |