1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK II is newer by 16 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 650 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | MK II |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
