1986 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Moretti 750

To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Moretti 750. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Regal 1959 Moretti 750
Make Buick Moretti
Model Regal 750
Year Released 1986 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 748 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 60 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 66 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 760 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2160 mm


 

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