1961 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Moretti | BMW |
Model | Spider Turismo | 123 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |