2007 Acura RDX vs. 1967 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 3-Litre has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 3-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1967 Austin 3-Litre | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | RDX | 3-Litre |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
