1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 39 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 965 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (27 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
Model | Bianchina | 512 M |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |