1998 BMW 320 vs. 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 49 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, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 650 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:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1949 BMW Veritas Rennsportwagen | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | Veritas Rennsportwagen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
