1961 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Reliant Sabre Six. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1961 Reliant Sabre Six has manual transmission. 1961 Reliant Sabre Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Reliant Sabre Six | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Sabre Six | X6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
