1968 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 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 124 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 996 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3C | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2893 mm |
