1964 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1964 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bizzarrini A3C | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Porsche |
| Model | A3C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2451 mm |
