1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 109 kg more than 2002 Nissan Maxima.

Because 1967 Austin 3-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Austin 3-Litre 2002 Nissan Maxima
Make Austin Nissan
Model 3-Litre Maxima
Year Released 1967 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2910 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2760 mm


 

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