1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 41 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, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 2007 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | M6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
