1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2000 Renault Spider is newer by 32 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 220 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Renault |
| Model | A3C | Spider |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
