1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1100 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, 2005 BMW 530 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2005 BMW 530 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. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 530 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |