1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 42 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | Z9 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3060 mm |