1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 has automatic transmission and 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bianchina | 240 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 65 L |
