2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 794 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Moretti |
| Model | S | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 30 L |
