1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 1090 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 330 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 31 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |