1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (68 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | 500 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
