1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 12 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, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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.
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1961 Abarth 700 | 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 700 | Veritas Rennsportwagen |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |