1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 171 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 630 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3C | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
