1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 64 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1204 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | A8 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2992 mm |
