1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 56 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 166 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |