1961 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 841 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo has manual transmission. 1961 Moretti Spider Turismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Moretti Spider Turismo | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Moretti | BMW |
Model | Spider Turismo | 325 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2770 mm |