1994 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Moretti Golden

To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti Golden. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti Golden would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Moretti Golden. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Moretti Golden. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1959 Moretti Golden. 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Moretti Golden. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Moretti Golden.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 740 1959 Moretti Golden
Make BMW Moretti
Model 740 Golden
Year Released 1994 1959
Engine Size 3982 cc 1470 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2410 mm


 

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