1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1970 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 3 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1970 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bizzarrini |
Model | 3000 Mk III | GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |