1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1510 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. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen has manual transmission. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Veritas Rennsportwagen | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3645 mm |
