1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1983 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1983 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1983 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | BMW | Reliant |
| Model | 1502 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 91 L |
