2009 BMW 135 vs. 1966 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1966 Moretti 2500 has manual transmission. 1966 Moretti 2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1966 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 135 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
