1960 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 941 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, 2012 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Panoramica. 2012 Lexus GS 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. 2012 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Moretti Panoramica | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Moretti | Lexus |
| Model | Panoramica | GS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2850 mm |
