1967 Moretti 850S vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1967 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti 850S. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1967 Moretti 850S has manual transmission. 1967 Moretti 850S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Moretti 850S | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Moretti | BMW |
| Model | 850S | 525 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
