1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1958 BMW 600
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1958 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 600 (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 BMW 600.
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, 1958 BMW 600 (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1958 BMW 600 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 38 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 2910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |