1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 975 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 133 L |
