1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 36 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 830 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | F355 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 82 L |
