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Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm vs MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base

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Verdict

Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm leads on 9 criteria vs 4 for MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base (10 tied).

  • MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base is 8% cheaper

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm delivers 118% more torque (12Nm vs 5.5Nm) — 5.5Nm may clip in some titles, 12Nm provides more headroom

  • Different ecosystems: committing to Asetek or Moza determines compatible wheels

  • Only Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm has USB passthrough — useful for SimHub dashboards and third-party wheels

  • Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm offers better torque value (50% less per Nm)

Specs comparison

Spec
Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm
MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base
Force Feedback
Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Max Torque
12Nm
5.5Nm
Max Rotation
—
1,080°
Motor Type
Servo
Servo
Encoder Resolution
22bits
15bits
Quick Release
Asetek QR
Moza QR
Ecosystem
Asetek
Moza
QR Data Transport
USB Passthrough
USB
Platforms
PC
PC
PSU Power
180W
95W
Housing Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
RGB LEDs
—
SimHub Compatible
—
Software
Racehub
Moza Pit House
Mobile App
Mounting Options
Bottom Mount, Front Mount, Side Mount, Desk Clamp
Bottom Mount, Desk Clamp
Emergency Stop
None
Optional
Connectivity
USB
USB
USB Passthrough
Integrated
False
Quick Release Included
Warranty
5ans
2ans
Slew Rate
4Nm/ms
—
Wheel Powered by the Base
Pedals Plug into the Base
Wheel-Side Quick Release
Included with the brand's wheels
Included with the brand's wheels
Other Brands' Wheels
Yes, with the official adapter
Yes, with the official adapter
Latest Firmware
26 October 2026
—
Dimensions
293 x 132 x 133
174 x 157 x 124
Weight
8.5kg
3.45kg

Where to buy

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Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm

  • simultimateBest price
    351.94 €Buy
  • SIMGASMOut of stock
    499.00 €Buy
  • Simufy
    524.99 €Buy
  • SimRaceWebshop
    544.46 €Buy
  • SimRaceTEQ
    549.00 €Buy

MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base

  • GermanSimRacingBest price
    325.10 €Buy
  • SimShopOut of stock
    325.10 €Buy
  • simmotionOut of stock
    349.00 €Buy

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Frequently asked questions

Which is the better choice, the Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base?

It depends on how you drive. The verdict above weighs the specs, the live prices and what the community reports, so you decide on facts rather than on a marketing sheet.

Where do you buy the Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base at the best price?

We compare the live prices of every shop we track for both products. The "Where to buy" section above shows the best offer of the day.

Are Asetek SimSports accessories compatible with MOZA Racing?

Each brand has its own ecosystem: quick release, data link, drivers. Asetek SimSports and MOZA Racing do not share theirs, so check the compatibility guide of the product, or let the builder check your whole setup.

The Asetek SimSports La Prima Direct Drive Wheelbase 12Nm or the MOZA Racing R5 Wheel Base for console sim racing?

Console support depends on the exact model: read the platform row of the spec table above. On PC both work without restriction.

How do you choose between these two?

Start with your budget, then your main use (GT, rally, drift, F1), then what your rig already has. The setup quiz narrows it down in three minutes.

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