1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 45 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 122 more horse power than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1596 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1964 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | A3C | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
