1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1959 Moretti Golden
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1959 Moretti Golden has manual transmission. 1959 Moretti Golden will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1959 Moretti Golden | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 300 | Golden |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
