1979 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 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 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Reliant SE6 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Reliant | BMW |
Model | SE6 | 118 |
Year Released | 1979 | 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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 350 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |