1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 536 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.
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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
