1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 45 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 179 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | 320 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
