2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
Model | SLK | 2500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |