2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1966 Moretti 850S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 850S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 850S would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 850S. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 850S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 834 kg more than 1966 Moretti 850S. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 850S. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 850S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1966 Moretti 850S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | E | 850S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
