1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1960 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 502 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
