1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | Bianchina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 77 L |
