1959 Moretti 1200 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 731 kg more than 1959 Moretti 1200. 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:
| 1959 Moretti 1200 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Moretti | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1200 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2604 mm |
