1964 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Scimitar. (190 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Reliant | BMW |
Model | Scimitar | 120 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1003 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |