1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1978 BMW M1
To start off, 1978 BMW M1 is newer by 16 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 800 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 BMW M1 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | M1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 116 L |