1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 730 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Alpine | Bizzarrini |
| Model | A 106 | A3C |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
