1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (550 HP) has 404 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo 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 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
