1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 878 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 110 L |
