1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bizzarrini A3C 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 60 more horse power than 2002 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2002 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Panoz |
| Model | A3C | AIV |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
