1986 AC Ace vs. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 273 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Ace | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
