1966 Moretti 850S vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 913 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Moretti 850S | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Moretti | BMW |
Model | 850S | 123 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |