1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 BMW Z3

To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 935 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 Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Autobianchi Bianchina 2002 BMW Z3
Make Autobianchi BMW
Model Bianchina Z3
Year Released 1959 2002
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 479 cc 2990 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 16 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 30 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 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 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 2990 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2450 mm


 

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