2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1967 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 34 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 19 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 480 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1967 Bizzarrini A3C | |
| Make | Alpina | Bizzarrini |
| Model | B 10 | A3C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
