1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 34 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 425 kg more than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Vauxhall |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Omega |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |