1959 Moretti Golden vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Moretti Golden | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Moretti | Vector |
| Model | Golden | M12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
