1959 BMW 507 vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 BMW 507.
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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 507 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |