1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 865 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 360 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
