1963 Reliant Sabre Six vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Reliant Sabre Six | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Reliant | BMW |
Model | Sabre Six | 325 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |