1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2013 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 45 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2013 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2013 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Bianchina | Virage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
