2008 BMW 135 vs. 1954 Moretti 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1954 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 135 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
