1959 Moretti 750 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Moretti 750 2011 Porsche Cayman
Make Moretti Porsche
Model 750 Cayman
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 748 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4346 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1285 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2416 mm


 

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