1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3C | 320 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3310 mm |
