1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 59 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 655 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.
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1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | BMW | Lexus |
Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | IS |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |