1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 44 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1080 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 330 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |
