1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 9 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 625 kg more than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen.
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. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen has manual transmission. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | BMW | Alvis |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | TD |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
