2009 Lexus IS vs. 1965 Moretti 2500
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 2,454 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1965 Moretti 2500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Moretti |
| Model | IS | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
