2008 BMW 650 vs. 1964 Moretti 850
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Moretti 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Moretti 850 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1964 Moretti 850 | |
Make | BMW | Moretti |
Model | 650 | 850 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |