1987 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe

To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 876 kg more than 1969 Moretti S 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1969 Moretti S Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Moretti S Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Regal 1969 Moretti S Coupe
Make Buick Moretti
Model Regal S Coupe
Year Released 1987 1969
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Size 3791 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 489 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1576 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 30 L


 

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