1975 BMW 315 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1962 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, 1975 BMW 315 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 315 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 315 | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |