1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 51 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 1002 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 325 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |