2008 BMW 135 vs. 1963 Moretti 500

To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 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 282 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500. 2008 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1963 Moretti 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Moretti 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 BMW 135 1963 Moretti 500
Make BMW Moretti
Model 135 500
Year Released 2008 1963
Engine Size 2979 cc 479 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 35 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 3210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 1850 mm