1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale, 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1998 Ford Royale | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 3-Litre | Royale |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |