1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 46 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 1137 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 BMW 545 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 545 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |