1968 Moretti 850 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 Moretti 850. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Moretti 850 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Moretti | BMW |
Model | 850 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |