1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 2003 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | BMW |
| Model | GT | 520 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
