1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1957 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1957 Moretti 1200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1957 Moretti 1200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1957 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 500 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
