1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1965 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti Coupe has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1965 Moretti Coupe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | SL | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |