1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen.
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 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Exige |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |