1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 5 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mazda |
| Model | A3C | 818 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
