1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 960 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | Z4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
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 | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |