1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Lagonda | 3000 Mk II |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 2225 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
