1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 482 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | A3C | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
