1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 16 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, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | Veritas Rennsportwagen |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2260 mm |
