2005 BMW 530 vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (269 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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 530 (571 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 530 | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
