1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 988 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 525 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 67 L |
