1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 32 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1142 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Arnage |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 94 L |