1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 529 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 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 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
