1975 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Reliant SE6 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | SE6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
