2007 BMW 323 vs. 1969 Moretti 850
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1969 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 323 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 767 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |
