1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alpine | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 310 | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
