1973 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1982 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | Touring | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
