1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 31 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1181 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 456 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 110 L |
