2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS has automatic transmission and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTS | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
