1967 Moretti Panoramica vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1967 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1967 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti Panoramica. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1967 Moretti Panoramica has manual transmission. 1967 Moretti Panoramica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Moretti Panoramica | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Moretti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panoramica | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2560 mm |
