1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 47 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 218 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 300 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
