2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 44 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | V8 Vantage | 3000 Mk III |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |