1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1980 BMW 316
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 31 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 316 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen.
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 | 1980 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | 316 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
