1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bizzarrini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | A3C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
