1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Moretti 500. 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Moretti |
| Model | GT 40 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1850 mm |
