1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 40 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 234 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | 118 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
