1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 is newer by 34 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, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Suzuki |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
