1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 BMW 3.3

To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1974 Autobianchi Bianchina 1976 BMW 3.3
Make Autobianchi BMW
Model Bianchina 3.3
Year Released 1974 1976
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 3295 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 18 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 30 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 564 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 78 L