1967 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 144 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 334 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Lotus |
| Model | A3C | Elise |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |
