1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | A3C | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
