1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1990 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 22 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 261 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1990 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | A3C | 316 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
