1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 350 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Aston Martin |
| Model | A3C | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |
