1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 40 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 28 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF 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 | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
Model | 3000 Mk III | TF |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |