1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 23 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 1065 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2560 mm |
