1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 1971 ZIL 114 is newer by 22 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2375 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 | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | 114 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3770 mm |
