1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 37 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1170 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | 550 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 114 L |
