1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 60 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 425 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
