1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1986 Toyota Century
To start off, 1986 Toyota Century is newer by 18 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 208 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Century weights approximately 540 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century. 1986 Toyota Century 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. 1986 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1986 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Toyota |
| Model | A3C | Century |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
