1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1993 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 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 189 more horse power than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1993 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 85 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1993 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Lotus |
| Model | A3C | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
