1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 129 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 170 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ferrari |
| Model | A3C | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
