1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |