1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1292 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 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Dodge |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Ram |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
