1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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 193 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
