1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini GT. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1967 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1967 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini GT | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Audi |
| Model | GT | A8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2992 mm |
