2001 BMW 520 vs. 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2001 BMW 520 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 1967 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 520 | Spider Turismo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |