1994 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Moretti 850
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1968 Moretti 850. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Moretti 850 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | SL | 850 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |