1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 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 91 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 496 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Cadillac CTS 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. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Cadillac |
| Model | A3C | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
