1967 Reliant Rebel vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Reliant Rebel. (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Reliant Rebel. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1967 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1967 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Reliant Rebel | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Rebel | 325 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 112 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 521 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
