1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 712 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | M6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
