1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2002 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 330 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 63 L |
