1957 Buick 40 vs. 1968 Moretti SS
To start off, 1968 Moretti SS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti SS.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1968 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Buick | Moretti |
| Model | 40 | SS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
