1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 28 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ferrari |
| Model | A3C | 550 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
