1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe

To start off, 1970 Moretti Coupe is newer by 11 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Moretti Coupe. 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1970 Moretti Coupe
Make Ferrari Moretti
Model 250 GT Coupe
Year Released 1959 1970
Engine Size 2952 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 520 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 1850 mm


 

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