1963 Moretti 500 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 823 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Moretti 500 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
