1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 411 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |