1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 62 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 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, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | 408 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
