1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 406 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.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
