1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 36 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 1160 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | 320 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
