1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2003 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2003 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1270 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, 2003 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2003 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2003 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Azure |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2970 mm |