1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 31 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 520 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 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 | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Alpina |
Model | 3000 Mk III | B 10 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 471 Nm |
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 | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3080 mm |