1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 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 213 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 1983 Ford Fairlane 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. 1983 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | A3C | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
