1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 7 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 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1285 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Autobianchi | Pontiac |
Model | Bianchina | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 59 L |