1958 BMW 503 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 Reliant SE6. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 503 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |