1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1963 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 904 kg more than 1963 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1963 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | SL | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
