1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 38 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1190 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 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 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
