1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD 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 245 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 165 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Alvis |
| Model | A3C | TD |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
