1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 BMW 501 (100 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 501 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1969 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, 1961 BMW 501 (182 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm). This means 1961 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 501 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 110 L |
