2005 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. 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 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1968 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 520 | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
