1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 248 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 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Beta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
