1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 873 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 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ferrari |
| Model | Bianchina | F430 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 31 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
