1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 9 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 6 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 140 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ferrari |
| Model | A3C | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
