1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1148 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bianchina | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |