1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 27 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1230 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bianchina | 500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |