1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1957 Moretti 750
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (47 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1957 Moretti 750. 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:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1957 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 300 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
