1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S.

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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Moretti 850S 2009 Porsche 911
Make Moretti Porsche
Model 850S 911
Year Released 1966 2009
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 767 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 36 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3640 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 64 L


 

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