1991 BMW M12 vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti 750.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | M12 | 750 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2160 mm |