1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1964 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1964 Reliant Sabre Six.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Reliant Sabre Six (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Reliant Sabre Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1964 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 1600 | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
