1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon 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 | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Falcon |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |