1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 44 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1275 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 730 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2940 mm |
