1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 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 179 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 59 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C.
Because 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Honda |
| Model | A3C | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
