1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect 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 330 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 495 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. 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, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | A3C | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
