2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 978 kg more than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | C | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
