1992 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 25 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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini A3C.
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, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Acura | Bizzarrini |
| Model | NSX | A3C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
