1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1964 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (27 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1964 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1964 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, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Reliant Rebel. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Reliant Rebel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1964 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 2002 | Rebel |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
