Austin Healey 3000 Mk II

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Austin Healey 3000 Mk II - key facts

First introduced in 1961, the Austin Healey 3000 Mk II ended production in 1964.
60mph was reached in 11.5 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Austin Healey 3000 Mk II was 112 mph.

Austin Healey 3000 Mk II Specifications
From	1961
Until	1964
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	13ft 1in	4m
Width	5ft 01/2in	1.54m
Kerb Weight	2460lb/1ton	1116kg
Engine
Engine displacement	2912cc	178cu in
Cylinders	6
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	132bhp @ 4750rpm	130PS @ 4750rpm
Specific Output	45bhp/litre	0.74bhp/cu in
Torque Output	167lbft @ 3000rpm	226Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque	78Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	120bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	8.3 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	11.5 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	18.8 seconds
Top speed	112mph	180km/h
Fuel consumption	23.5mpg	10km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual with Overdrive option
Number of gears	4