1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1960 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Moretti 750 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Moretti Mercedes-Benz
Model 750 CLS
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 746 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 264 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2875 mm