1960 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. 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 CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti Panoramica has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti Panoramica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Panoramica | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Moretti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panoramica | CL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2954 mm |
