1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 41 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 172 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige. 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 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Lotus |
| Model | A3C | Exige |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
