1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 43 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 500 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2009 Maserati GranSport 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. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Maserati |
Model | 3000 Mk III | GranSport |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
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 | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |