1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 is newer by 28 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 13 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1995 Peugeot 605, 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, 1995 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 1995 Peugeot 605 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. 1995 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 605 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
