1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 BMW Z1
To start off, 1987 BMW Z1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW Z1 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1966 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, 1987 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
