1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 225 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ferrari |
| Model | A3C | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
