1982 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1982 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1982 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Reliant Scimitar | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Reliant | BMW |
| Model | Scimitar | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
