1973 Moretti 127 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1973 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1973 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Moretti 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Moretti 127. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1973 Moretti 127 has manual transmission. 1973 Moretti 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Moretti 127 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Moretti | BMW |
| Model | 127 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
