1963 BMW 502 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 502 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
