1957 BMW 600 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1962 Moretti 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 583 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 BMW 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 600 (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Moretti 500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 BMW 600.
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, 1957 BMW 600 (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 600 | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |