1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 708 kg more than 1968 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 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Corvette | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2160 mm |
