1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 42 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 93 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | 530 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
