2004 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 320 | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |