1971 Austin 3 vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 3 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
