1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 700 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini GT | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2451 mm |
