1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 140 L |
