1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 844 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti 2500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Moretti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2500 | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2454 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3165 mm |
