2005 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Moretti 850
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 Moretti 850. 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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1969 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 316 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
