1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, both 1966 Bizzarrini A3C and 1966 Fiat Dino were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 184 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Fiat |
Model | A3C | Dino |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2417 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |