1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 30 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 188 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 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 | 1997 BMW S3 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | BMW |
Model | 3000 Mk III | S3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |