1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Stellina would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 865 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Stellina | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
