1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 3.3 | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |