1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1964 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Rover |
| Model | A3C | P4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
