1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1957 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia 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 260 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1957 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Lancia |
| Model | A3C | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
