2007 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Moretti 1200
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1956 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1956 Moretti 1200. 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.
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2007 BMW M3 | 1956 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | M3 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |