1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
