1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 40 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), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 856 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 316 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |
