1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1053 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Dodge |
| Model | Bianchina | Viper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 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 | 470 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
