1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1403 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 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Maserati |
| Model | Bianchina | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
