1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 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 274 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 370 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A3C | 300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3430 mm |