1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 54 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 202 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 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | BMW | Morgan |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
