2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 951 kg more than 1962 Moretti 1100. 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 SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | SL | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
