1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 25 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 25 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | Veritas Rennsportwagen |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
