1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 vs. 1955 Moretti 1200
To start off, both 1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 and 1955 Moretti 1200 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 (276 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 should accelerate faster than 1955 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196.
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:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz W 196 | 1955 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | W 196 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 980 kg |
