1999 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 468 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1958 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Audi | Autobianchi |
| Model | R8 | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
