1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1957 Porsche 356 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen weights approximately 68 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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 Veritas Rennsportwagen | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | 356 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
