Austin-Healey 3000 1959 specs
General information
| Model: | Austin-Healey 3000 |
| Year: | 1959 |
| Category: | Sport cars |
| Manufacturer: | Austin-Healey |
| Seats: | 4 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine type: | Inline, 6 cylinder |
| Engine location: | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement: | 2911 ccm |
| Max power: | 125.7 PS (93 kW) at 4600 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 237 Nm at 3000 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 9:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 83.4 x 88.9 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches) |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 4-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Rear wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 183 km/h (113.7 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.11 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors: | 2 |
| Passenger space: | 3130 litres (827 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1143 kg (2519.9 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4010 mm (157.9 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1540 mm (60.6 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1250 mm (49.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2340 mm (92.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 54 litres (14.27 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |





















