2006 BMW 116 vs. 1962 Moretti 1100
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 1100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 1100. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 1100.
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, 2006 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 1100. (74 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1962 Moretti 1100 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 116 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2160 mm |
