1958 BMW 600 vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 750 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 600 | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 600 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2640 mm |