1957 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 54 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 865 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
Model | Bianchina | Boxster |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2416 mm |