2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1968 Moretti 850
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1968 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 836 kg more than 1968 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1968 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Moretti |
| Model | Viper | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
