1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 1966 Moretti 850S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 478 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
Make | Ferrari | Moretti |
Model | 250 GT | 850S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 55 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 30 L |