1959 BMW 700 vs. 1976 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1976 Reliant SE6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1976 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1976 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 700 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2650 mm |
