1982 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Lagonda | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 54 L |
