1996 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 783 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1968 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 525 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
