1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 25 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 1090 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 540 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |