1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 39 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 3-Litre | Savana |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
