1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1503 kg more than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
Model | Bianchina | 400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |