1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 37 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (215 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster 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 | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
