1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 BMW Z8
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 38 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 1065 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 73 L |
