1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1048 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bianchina | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2460 mm |