1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini A3C 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 216 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 85 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Porsche |
| Model | A3C | 944 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
