1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 44 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 105 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 530 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
Model | A3C | 530 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |