1968 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo has manual transmission. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Moretti Spider Turismo 2013 BMW 6 series
Make Moretti BMW
Model Spider Turismo 6 series
Year Released 1968 2013
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 748 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 29 HP 437 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 649 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 2089 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2081 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 70 L


 

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