1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. 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 S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | S | 750 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
