1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1994 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 1994 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1994 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | 3000 Mk III | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |