1998 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Moretti 850
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 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, 1998 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1964 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
