1978 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 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 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant Scimitar. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1978 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1978 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Scimitar | 125 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |
