1949 BMW 340 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 340 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
