1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 BMW 525

To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 1056 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.

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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Autobianchi Bianchina 1988 BMW 525
Make Autobianchi BMW
Model Bianchina 525
Year Released 1961 1988
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 498 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 24 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 36 Nm 239 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.6:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 519 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 3050 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 1840 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 80 L


 

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