1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 25 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 400 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 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Countach |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
