1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1984 BMW 323
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 21 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 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 570 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1984 BMW 323 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 323 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2580 mm |