1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 835 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Porsche |
| Model | Bianchina | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
