1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 25 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 665 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |
