1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | 320 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
