1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 1969 Moretti SS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 600 | SS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6332 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2040 mm |
