1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 BMW M1
To start off, both 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1972 BMW M1 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1972 BMW M1 (177 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1972 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | M1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
