1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (234 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1990 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | M3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 234 HP |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
