1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
