1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 36 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1535 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 740 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2940 mm |
