1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2005 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 38 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2005 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Bristol |
| Model | A3C | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
