1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini A3C 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 267 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A3C | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
