2005 Audi TT vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 40 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 450 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 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Audi | Austin-Healey |
| Model | TT | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
