1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bizzarrini A3C would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (361 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 730 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C. (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bizzarrini |
Model | V8 Vantage | A3C |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |