1992 BMW 520 vs. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 520 | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |