1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1968 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | F355 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
