1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 12 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 223 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 720 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1968 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Buick |
| Model | A3C | Estate |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
