1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 Opel Antara

To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.

Because 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 2006 Opel Antara
Make Austin-Healey Opel
Model 3000 Mk III Antara
Year Released 1967 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1899 cc
Horse Power 146 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 1400 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1760 mm