1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 781 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 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bianchina | W12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
