1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 380 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3-Litre | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |