1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 780 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 308 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |
