1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 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 345 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 880 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mazda |
| Model | A3C | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1770 mm |
