1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Bizzarrini GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Bizzarrini GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1971 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1971 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Honda |
| Model | GT | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2774 mm |
