1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 3-Litre | 6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |