1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | W 111 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |
