2009 BMW 135 vs. 1964 Moretti 850
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 45 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1964 Moretti 850. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1964 Moretti 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 620 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Moretti 850. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Moretti 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1964 Moretti 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 135 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1320 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
