1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 481 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 904 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |