1980 BMW 316 vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 19 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 316 weights approximately 430 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, 1980 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 316 | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 316 | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |