1970 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1983 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1983 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 525 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
