1983 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1968 Reliant Regal has manual transmission. 1968 Reliant Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 316 | Regal |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 27 L |