1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 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 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Ranger |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |