2005 BMW 740 vs. 1965 Moretti 2500

To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 40 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1965 Moretti 2500. 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1965 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1965 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 740 1965 Moretti 2500
Make BMW Moretti
Model 740 2500
Year Released 2005 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 2454 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2660 mm


 

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