1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen.

Because 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.

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1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make BMW Kia
Model Veritas Rennsportwagen Pride Wagon
Year Released 1949 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1040 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2350 mm