1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 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 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 525 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |