1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 986 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 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
Model | Bianchina | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 386 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 115 L |