1985 BMW 324 vs. 1962 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1962 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 324 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
