1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 BMW 116 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 116 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |