1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2001 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2001 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 33 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 55 more horse power than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 30 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 2001 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Venturi |
| Model | A3C | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
