1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. 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 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | 300 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2160 mm |