1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 Alpina B3
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 37 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1180 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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Alpina |
Model | Bianchina | B3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 455 Nm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |