1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1977 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 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 287 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 90 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1977 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Nissan |
| Model | A3C | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
