1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 50 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1240 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Autobianchi | Nissan |
Model | Bianchina | 350Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 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 | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2660 mm |