1981 BMW 745 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 19 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 956 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500. 1981 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1962 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1962 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 745 | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |