1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Porsche |
| Model | A3C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
