1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1966 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 17 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 445 kg more than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
