1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2737 mm |
