1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 32 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 211 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 272 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Because 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle 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. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Honda |
| Model | A3C | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
