1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 462 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | Touring |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |