1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1992 BMW 318
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1992 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | 318 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
