1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 32 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 810 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, 1998 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 320 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
