1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1049 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2006 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | M3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
