1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1966 Moretti 850S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 708 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | SC | 850S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
