1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 BMW 640. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 640. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 675 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. 2012 BMW 640 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 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
Model | A3C | 640 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |