2009 BMW 135 vs. 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo 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 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1969 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Moretti |
| Model | 135 | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
