1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Moretti Coupe. 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 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1970 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 250 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |
