1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 856 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
