1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 886 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. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen has manual transmission. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | XJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3040 mm |
