1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 BMW 740
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2002 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 740 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3000 mm |
