1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 1047 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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | M3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |