1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 47 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Porsche |
| Model | A3C | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
