1958 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1958 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 125 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
