1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 790 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 BMW 316 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 316 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |