1976 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Scimitar | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
