1960 Moretti 750 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 940 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti 750 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Moretti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 500 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1700 kg |
