1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini A3C 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) has 308 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Volkswagen |
Model | A3C | 1600 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |