1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 5 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Dino |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 59.9 mm |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
