1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bizzarrini |
| Model | GTA | A3C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
