1975 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
Model | Bianchina | 318 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |