1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 41 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 198 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 663 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1968 Bizzarrini A3C has manual transmission. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | SsangYong |
| Model | A3C | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
