1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 57 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 1200 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, 2006 Kia Carens, 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. 2006 Kia Carens 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. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Carens |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
