1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 160 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 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
