1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1981 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1981 Reliant SE6. 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 2800 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
