1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 48 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 1025 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 530 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |