1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1971 BMW 3
To start off, 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 820 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1971 BMW 3 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |