1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 1020 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
