1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 23 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Coupe | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
