1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 31 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 1195 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.
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 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 BMW 528 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 528 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |