1969 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. 2004 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo has manual transmission. 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Moretti | BMW |
| Model | Spider Turismo | 318 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
