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Austin-Healey 3000

General information

ModelAustin-Healey 3000
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2911 ccm (177.63 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2911 ccm (177.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power125.70 PS (92 kW or 124 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque237.00 Nm (24.2 kgf-m or 174.8 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke83.4 x 88.9 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed183.0 km/h (113.7 mph)
0-50 miles8.0 seconds
0-60 miles11.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1100 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3130 litres (827 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (440.9 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1143 kg (2,519.9 pounds)
Overall length4010 mm (157.9 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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