2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Autobianchi |
| Model | Vanquish | Bianchina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 22 L |
