1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 710 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1957 BMW 600 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
Model | A3C | 600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1710 mm |