1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1949 BMW 340
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW 340 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW 340 (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW 340 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1949 BMW 340 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 340 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2880 mm |
