1970 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo 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 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Moretti Spider Turismo | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Moretti | BMW |
Model | Spider Turismo | Z4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 748 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2497 mm |