1988 BMW M6 vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1962 Moretti 500. 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M6 | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | M6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |