1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 718 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 | 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
