1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 44 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 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 525 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:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B6 | Veritas Rennsportwagen |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
