1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2000 Ford 24.7
To start off, 2000 Ford 24.7 is newer by 32 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7.
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, 2000 Ford 24.7, 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2000 Ford 24.7 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 3-Litre | 24.7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
