1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1972 Buick Riviera

To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 23 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1240 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. 1972 Buick Riviera 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. 1972 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen 1972 Buick Riviera
Make BMW Buick
Model Veritas Rennsportwagen Riviera
Year Released 1949 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 7468 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1040 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3110 mm


 

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