1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1968 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 1968 Moretti Panoramica has manual transmission. 1968 Moretti Panoramica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1968 Moretti Panoramica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | 300 | Panoramica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2160 mm |