1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 3,310 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 460 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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Camry |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3310 cc |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |