1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 726 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 910 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Moretti | Saleen |
| Model | Coupe | S7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2692 mm |
