1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 44 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 508 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 599 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 105 L |
